Product Description
Celebrate classic pride with the Traditional Pride Flag Grommets, crafted for long-lasting outdoor display. Made from UV-resistant 200 denier nylon, this iconic flag features six bold rainbow stripes, resisting fading in American climates. Designed for compact, high-impact presentation, the flag delivers full-color pride in a perfectly proportioned format ideal for flagpoles, pride events, or community displays.
Historical Context
The Traditional Pride Flag was created in 1978 by artist Gilbert Baker for the San Francisco Gay Freedom Day Parade, commissioned by Harvey Milk. The six colors—red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet—symbolize life, healing, sunlight, nature, harmony, and spirit. It became the universal symbol of LGBTQ+ pride, flown at millions of events worldwide.
Flag Features
The Nylon pole heading ensures durability, while brass grommets provide secure flagpole attachment. Perfect for pride parades, equality marches, or ally displays, this pride emblem honors diversity and is proudly made in the USA with superior craftsmanship. Its crisp stitching and vibrant colors deliver pride-ready performance, ideal for showcasing traditional pride. Pair with a flagpole or pride displays for a complete setup. Fun Fact: The original 1978 flag had eight colors, including hot pink!
Specifications – Grommet Finish:
• Flag Material: 100% 200 denier nylon
• Heading Material: Nylon pole heading with (2) brass grommets
• Side Hem: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Heading Join: Double needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
• Fly Hem: Single needle lock stitch (~7 stitches/inch)
Description
The Traditional Pride Flag typically consists of:
• Six horizontal stripes: red, orange, yellow, green, blue, violet.
Symbolism
• Red: Life
• Orange: Healing
• Yellow: Sunlight
• Green: Nature
• Blue: Harmony
• Violet: Spirit
Proportions
• Standard proportions: 2:3 (height to width).
